Identifying Pig Breeds Characteristics

The video tutorial covers various swine breeds, detailing their origins, characteristics, and uses. It begins with the Berkshire breed, known for its high-quality meat, and moves on to the Chester White, valued for its maternal traits. The Duroc and Hampshire breeds are highlighted for their meat production, while the Hereford and Landrace are noted for their adaptability and mothering abilities. The Pi Train and Poland China breeds are discussed for their muscular build and adaptability. The Spotted Swine and Tamworth are recognized for their unique traits, and the Yorkshire breed is noted for its widespread use and excellent mothering capabilities.

Which breed is known for its heavily marbled meat and is marketed as 'black pork' in Japan?

• Hampshire

• Duroc

• Berkshire

• Chester White

What is a key characteristic of the Chester White breed?

• Erect ears

• High fat content

• Excellent mothering abilities

• Distinctive belt pattern

The Duroc breed is known for its:

• Distinctive belt pattern

• Short legs

• Medium cherry red color

• White skin

Which breed is easily recognizable by its white belt around the body?

• Hereford

• Tamworth

• Landrace

• Hampshire

The Hereford breed was bred to resemble which animal?

• Yorkshire pigs

• Duroc pigs

• Hereford cattle

• Berkshire cattle

What is a distinguishing feature of the Landrace breed?

• Mahogany red color

• Distinctive belt pattern

• Droopy ears pointing forward

• Erect ears

Which breed is prone to porcine stress syndrome?

• Pietrain

• Tamworth

• Poland China

• Spotted Swine

The Poland China breed is similar to the Berkshire but has what key difference?

• Droopy ears

• Distinctive belt pattern

• Erect ears

• Mahogany red color

Which breed is known for its excellent foraging ability and is often referred to as a 'bacon breed'?

• Yorkshire

• Duroc

• Chester White

• Tamworth

The Yorkshire breed is often referred to as the 'mother breed' due to its:

• Distinctive belt pattern

• High carcass quality

• Mahogany red color

• Excellent mothering abilities